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EMG 85 (Black)

Item ID: EMG85BK

High-output Humbucking Pickup, Neck Position

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From Our Research Team:

EMG Pickups - Sensitivity, Tone, and Power!

The EMG 85 is built for rockin'! This high output humbucker is certain to drive your amp into the sweetest overdrive and distortion, and is at its best when it at high volumes. Perfect for rhythm guitar but equally well suited for lead work, the EMG 85 's sound can be characterized as beefy, and it's the perfect companion to the EMG 81. This humbucker has become a first-call choice for some of the most respected metal guitarists of all time and you'll love what the EMG 85 does for your tone.





EMG 85 Features:
  • Humbucker
  • Bridge or neck position
  • Active
  • Logo Color: Gold
  • Resonant Frequency (kHz): 2.55
  • RMS Output Voltage: 1.25
  • Peak Output Voltage: 1.75
  • Output Noise (dBV): -89
  • Output Impedance (Kohm): 10
  • Current @ 9V (Microamps): 80
  • Battery Life (Hours): 3000

Drop an EMG 85 in your guitar - your tone will thank you for it!
Specification Detail
Manufacturer Part Number 85 BK

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EMG 85 (Black)

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